10/10 Excellent
chris m.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for us!!
chris m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Lakeside Retreat
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Downsville, LA
- Union General Hospital22 min drive
- Lake D'Arbonne State Park31 min drive
- Louisiana Tech University50 min drive
- Monroe, LA (MLU-Monroe Regional)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakeside Retreat
Welcome to Lakeside Retreat! Enjoy a peaceful stay at this wonderful lake house, in the best location on the whole lake. This house is located in Downsville, LA, right on Lake Darbone. Plenty of sleeping arrangements and the house is equipped with everything you will need during the stay. 4 smart TVs. The floating dock is one of the best amenities on the whole property, and also has great fishing on the pier, along with great space for entertainment. The house also has a private boat launch. Fish cleaning station with fresh water. There are 2 boat lifts that will fit pontoons, bass and ski boats. It will not fit tritoons! Beautiful views and outstanding sunrises!
Property manager
Logan Newton
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Farmerville
Farmerville is home to this holiday home. Biedenharn Museum & Gardens and Bayou Bowling are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit West Monroe Farmer's Market and Duck Commander.
Downsville, LA
What's nearby
- Union General Hospital - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
- Lake D'Arbonne State Park - 31 min drive - 27.4 km
- Ike Hamilton Expo Center - 45 min drive - 45.7 km
- Louisiana Tech University - 50 min drive - 51.1 km
- University of Louisiana at Monroe - 55 min drive - 57.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sonic Drive-In - 18 min drive
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 17 min drive
- Ol' Hickory Cafe - 16 min drive
- Rhett's Tails & Shells - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
ashley b.
9 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ashley b.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
chris m.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway !!
chris m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Greg S., Baton Rouge, LA
15 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family lake trip
Greg S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Spencer M.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick trip
Spencer M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly D.
11 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Kelly D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca G.
23 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakefront getaway
Rebecca G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy K.
26 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Cathy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jean G.
14 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very restful
Jean G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debi C.
14 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Debi C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Whitney S.
5 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts!!!
Whitney S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy L., Finley
30 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Kathy L.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Abby R.
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lake Weekend
Abby R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelli M.
7 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations
Kelli M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathy K.
14 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy K.
28 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Krewe of D’Arbonne weekend
Cathy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Candi R.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway
Candi R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura M.
30 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Beautiful Place.
Laura M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Logan Newton
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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